20 - Louise Butler

Louise Butler, a partypoker team member and Irish professional, shares how listening to an interview with other players made her realize her poker goals were achievable. Louise and Jaime chat about live event postponements, why she struggles to keep a schedule, and what she thinks will attract more players to the game. Listen in to hear Louise’s advice for amateurs – and get some insight on what it’s like being a professional female player.

Time Stamped Show Notes:

00:00 – 11:00 - Recent online poker results, live poker tournaments and news, postponed events, partypoker news, and some recent awards. 11:00 – 18:00 - Louise’s background, how she got into poker, what attracted her to the game, and why she thinks it’s valuable to make poker a game and sport. 18:00 – 30:00 - On why she thinks some people are ashamed of poker, how her parents reacted to her profession, how she turned professional, and the mindset of new players. 30:00 – 38:00 - Live events, why she struggles to keep a schedule, and what she thinks will improve poker, attract more players, and build the partypoker community. 38:00 – 47:00 - Advice for amateurs, how she looks at fields, her studying tips, and the importance of consistency, staying focused, and a realistic study schedule. 47:00 – 01:09:30 - Reflecting on how things are different for women, a story about a problem she had with a guy at the table, and why she loves Vegas. 01:09:30 – 01:15:30 - On the lack of new blood, keeping enthusiasm, grinding for the love of the game and what’s up ahead for Louise. 01:15:30 – 01:18:00 – The JS Poker Hero winner of the week and this week’s Twitter challenge.

3 Key Points

Poker can benefit from having more women players. Have pride as a poker player! Be enthusiastic and positive.

Contact/Resources

partypoker Louise’s Instagram Louise’s Twitter